Australia Champs

17 - 21 SEPTEMBER 2020, RUNAWAY BAY CC, GOLD COAST

DATES: Thursday 17th September to Monday 21st September 2020 at the host venue, Runaway Bay Cricket Club. All teams entering the tournament will be required to play their first match on the Thursday (i.e. no late start requests can be accommodated), with finals day taking place on Monday 21st September.

Winners of the main event will receive $10,000 AUD towards the 2021 LMS World Champs!

ACCOMMODATION: For easiest access to the matches & catering/bar facilities at the cricket club, we recommend staying closer to the grounds in either Runaway Bay, Paradise Point, Labrador or Southport. Traffic delays caused by P plate drivers in Surfers Paradise won't be allowed as an excuse for late arriving teams - from past experience we know that Jupiter's Casino tends to be the cause for any late arrivals! We will be sorting out an accommodation partner offering discounts for teams participating in the event, with details to be announced by early February.

TEAM CRITERIA: All Teams entering must have completed at least 3 LMS games in an Australian LMS competition between 19th September 2019 and 13th September 2020 - except in cases where a team does not have an ongoing LMS competition in their state or territory (e.g. Northern Territory or Tasmania). All teams entering will also only be accepted if they are considered to be an Australian-based LMS side.

All tournament squad lists (maximum 13 players) must be submitted to [email protected] by 15th September 2020.

Only players listed on your submitted team sheet will be eligible to play a full part in a game.

PLAYER ELIGIBILITY: The team that takes the field for each game at the tournament must include at least 6 players that have either

- played at least 3 games for THAT team between 19th September 2019 and 13th September 2020

- OR have played at least 5 career games for THAT team.

I.e. Two players in the starting team do not have to meet the above criteria as long as they are on the pre-tournament squad list (maximum of 13 named players). These two players will need to bat at numbers 6, 7 or 8, and will only be able to bowl a maximum of three overs per game.

Please note: Players need to have received stats and must be registered for the team for above to apply. If the player in question played a game but did not receive stats for that game because he was not registered then this will not count as a game for the purpose of the qualification criteria above. It is up the team organiser to ensure that all their team/players meet the tournament qualification criteria.

Also, please note that players may only play for one team during the Australia Champs. In case of injuries, a substitute fielder (not added into the original playing 8 for the fixture in question) may be used, but this substitute will not be allowed to bat, bowl or keep wicket.

Plate Competition Sub Rule: Up to two players from another team (i.e. outside of a team's initial tournament squad list) may be used by teams in the plate competition to replace players leaving the tournament early, but these players cannot bat in the top 6 or bowl more than 2 overs in each plate tournament match. Note that these players can also only play for one team in the Plate Competition.

COSTS: The Australia Champs is open to any LMS team, with team entry costing $1400 per team for non city champions (so $175 a player in a 8 man team). This cost covers the following:

- 8 x tournament caps (extra caps can be purchased at $20 per cap – note that this extra should be paid along with tournament entry fees, not via the LMS Shop).

City champions receive FREE ENTRY, but will need to pay $300 to secure their entry. However, this $300 entry fee will cover a full set of limited edition Australia Champs shirts & team caps. This cost is partly subsidised by LMS Australia, but needs to be done to ensure that champion teams have committed to entering the tournament, and that they are properly attired at each tournament, due to issues in both regards in both 2018 & 2019. Champion teams need to have paid this token entry fee to secure their spot prior to 30th June 2020.

Note that tournament entry includes all tournament costs (Fields, umpires, medals, trophies, balls - basically everything LMS) as well as team shirts and caps. Entry payments are non-refundable. Spots are allocated on a first come first served basis so email [email protected] ASAP to secure your team's spot!

PLEASE PAY YOUR TOURNAMENT ENTRY FEE TO THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNT WITH YOUR TEAM NAME AS A REFERENCE NOTE:

These terms and conditions form part of the official entry into the LMS Australia National Champs. By entering and/or participating in the Australian National Champs you consent to these terms and conditions. The team organiser further confirms and warrants that all participants are aware of the terms and conditions contained herein.

Terms and conditions of play:-

1.RULES & POINT SYSTEMS

The standard LastManStands.com rules and game point system will apply to Australian National Champs, unless specified otherwise on this page. All teams participating in the Australian National Champs must wear official LMS Shirts.

2.TEAM ELIGIBILITY

All Teams entering must have completed at least 3 LMS games in an Australian LMS competition between 19th September 2019 and 13th September 2020 - except in cases where a team does not have an ongoing LMS competition in their state or territory (e.g. Northern Territory or Tasmania). All teams entering will also only be accepted if they are considered to be an Australian-based LMS side.

3.PLAYER ELIGIBILITY

The team that takes the field for each game at the tournament must include at least 6 players that have either:

- played at least 3 games for THAT team between 19th September 2019 and 13th September 2020

- OR have played at least 5 career games for THAT team.

I.e. Two players in the starting team do not have to meet the above criteria as long as they are on the pre-tournament squad list (maximum of 13 named players). These two players will need to bat at numbers 6, 7 or 8, and will only be able to bowl a maximum of three overs per game.

Please note: Players need to have received stats and must be registered for the team for above to apply. If the player in question played a game but did not receive stats for that game because he was not registered then this will not count as a game for the purpose of the qualification criteria above. It is up the team organiser to ensure that all their team/players meet the tournament qualification criteria.

Also, please note that players may only play for one team during the Australia Champs. In case of injuries, a substitute fielder (not added into the original playing 8 for the fixture in question) may be used, but this substitute will not be allowed to bat, bowl or keep wicket.

Plate Competition Sub Rule: Up to two players from another team (i.e. outside of a team's initial tournament squad list) may be used by teams in the plate competition to replace players leaving the tournament early, but these players cannot bat in the top 6 or bowl more than 2 overs in each plate tournament match. Note that these players can also only play for one team in the Plate Competition.

Please see clause 13 for information on LMS World Champs player eligibility

4.TEAM SQUAD

Squads entering any Australian National Champs are limited to 13 players.

All players must be registered on the Last Man Stands website at least 2 days before the Australian National Champs takes place.

The Australia Champs Team Squad List needs to be filled at least 48 hours before the tournament. If in doubt to the eligibility of a player please ensure you have sign off from the tournament organiser before the player takes part in any match. Players cannot play in more than one team during the Australian National Champs unless the tournament organiser consents to same. Should the tournament organiser consent to same then any such players assisting other teams shall be deemed a ringer and will not be allowed to bowl more than 2 overs and bat higher than 7.

5.MATCH DAY TEAM

The Match Day Team must only contain players who have been listed on Team Squad List unless agreed otherwise by the tournament organiser prior to the game taking place.

6.EVENT STRUCTURE & DATES

Australian National Champs including, but not limited to group structures, prizes, team count, venues and dates may vary at the Organiser's sole discretion. Any variation may not be construed as a basis for return of entry fee, unless the Organiser agrees otherwise.

7.CLOTHING

All Teams may only play in the official Last Man Stands clothing. The Last Man Stands logos as well as any sponsors logos are trademarked property and may not be reproduced without written permission.

8.PRIZES

All prizes may be withdrawn/cancelled by LMS Australia at its sole discretion and at any stage should a Team to which it was awarded be found to have to have cheated and/or be found to have attempted to manipulate any LMS Australia Event or a have conducted themselves in such a manner as to contravene the Player Code of Conduct of Last Man Stands.

Prizes are not redeemable and cannot be transferred for cash or another other form/transferred to any other teams/persons nor is there any refund value.

9.GENERAL TRAVEL

All members of the Team that stay within accommodation including hotels arranged by LMS Australia shall provide damages deposits to the hotel on arrival. Should there be any additional charges incurred by the Team the Entrant shall ensure that payment of such additional costs are settled directly with the hotel failing which the Entrant will be responsible for meeting any claims subsequently made against LMS Australia (together with our own and the other party's full legal costs).

Should you be flying to the Australian National Champs via the group booking offered by the Organiser, seating may be requested for your group however we cannot guarantee that all seats will be located together.

All payments made with respects to the Australian National Champs, including but not limited to deposits, Event entrance fees, flights and/or hotels are non-refundable once payment has been made. Your entrance into the Australian National Champs, flight and/or hotel shall only be deemed to be confirmed once full payment has been made. Failure to make payment in full on the agreed final date of payment or failure to pay deposits on time will mean cancellation of your Australian National Champs entrance, flights and/or hotel booking. Prices may also vary according to increases in travel prices, taxes, Event costs or at the Organisers discretion. At this point you will be liable to settle any difference in pricing on demand. Any changes or amendments to bookings that can be accommodated are to be requested in writing. A reasonable admin fee will be levied by the Organiser if such change or amendment can be accommodated. Entrant shall ensure that all information supplied to the Organiser regarding his/her/it shall be true and correct for the purposes of travel. The Organiser shall not be liable for any cancellations or damages sustained as a result of incorrect travel information provided.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you and the Participants are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents before departure. The Organiser cannot accept any liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure on your part to carry correct documentation. If failure to have any necessary travel or other documents results in fines, surcharges or other financial penalty being imposed on us, you will be responsible for reimbursing us accordingly. In the event the Organiser is asked to reissue tickets that have been lost, destroyed or stolen and we agree to do so, any charges incurred as a result of this will be payable by you. No refunds shall be provided should travel visas or the like be refused. The onus is on the travelling party to ensure they obtain sufficient visas for travel.

10.INSURANCE AND EVENT CANCELLATION (Partial or full)

The Entrant/Participants and Team are solely responsible for travel, sport and entry insurance while travelling to and from as well as during the Australian National Champs, including insurance covering partial/full cancellation of the Australian National Champs due to any reason including acts of God. Remember that you need to make it clear to your insurance company that you will be partaking in a cricket event to ensure you get full protection including partial/full cancellation of the Australian National Champs. In the unlikely event that we are forced to change/cancel/partially cancel or terminate the Australian National Champs for any reason outside of our control, we regret we will be unable to make any refunds (unless we obtain any from our suppliers), pay you compensation or meet any costs or expenses you incur as a result.

11.LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

The Team agrees to participate in the Australian National Champs and have read and understood the Rules and Regulations of the event and all that it entails. The Entrant confirms that he/she/it is authorised by the Team to declare that the Team agrees to abide by the Rules and Regulations contained in the links below:

and any ruling made from time to time by the Organisers as well as the terms and conditions contained herein. In the event that there is a contradiction between the Rules and Regulations and the terms and conditions contained herein, then these terms and conditions shall apply.

The Team acknowledges and accepts that cricket can be a dangerous sport and that accidents causing death, bodily injury, disability, loss or damage, including property damage, can occur. The Entrant, as well as each and every participant, accept these risks. By participating in the Australian National Champs, the Entrant, hereby irrevocably indemnifies and keeps indemnified the Organiser, its franchises, directors, employees and third party agents against all loss (consequential or otherwise), damage, injury and or death, costs including legal costs, interest and expenses which the Organiser, its franchises, directors, employees and third party agents may hereafter be held liable for, pay, incur or sustain in connection with any action, proceedings or claim being instituted against it by any party whomsoever, including the legal guardian of the minor child, directly or indirectly arising from or related to the use of all the Event facilities in respect of all Participants involved in the Team including all minors. The Organiser will not be held liable for any injuries or damages (consequential or otherwise) that occurs to you, or your Team, your property or that of a 3rd party during the Event. Look after yourselves and each other.

The Entrant, Participants and Organisers are independent contracting parties, and nothing contained in this agreement shall be deemed to create a partnership, joint venture or agency relationship between them, or grant any party any authority to assume or create any obligation on behalf of, or in the name of the other.

12.GENERAL

The Entrant/ Participants and Team further consent to Organiser utilising any photographs, video footage or the like in its social media posts, marketing media or equivalent in perpetuity, across the world and without consideration.

The Organiser reserves the right to amend any of the aforementioned terms and conditions at any stage including the dates of the Australian National Champs, its structure, fixtures, prizes and/or venue. It is the responsibility of the Entrant to ensure that he/she/it as well as the Team remains up to date with amendments.

13. National Champs qualification pathway to LMS World Champs

Qualified teams’ for the 2021 LMS World Championship via the Australian National Champs need to adhere to the LMS World Champs terms and conditions which will include the following terms and more:

World Champs team squads will be limited to 11 players.A minimum of 5 players in the World Champs squad must have played at least one game for the same team in the Australian National Champs, from which they qualified.The remaining 6 players in the squad must have played a minimum of 3 LMS matches for that team, in the preceding 12 month period from the first competition day of the LMS World Champs.

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